Sarika Jhawar, architectural designer and 2024 Scholar, explores the issues facing thatching in Ireland and what has surprised her most about her experience on this journey so far.
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When it comes to old buildings, sustainability is about so much more than energy-efficiency. Find out why this inspiring community project won our 2022 Sustainable Heritage Award.
Chloe Chambers, 2024 SPAB Scholar, shares the highlights of a recent site visit – and what it's really like to plaster with cow dung!
Laura Brain, Architectural Assistant and 2023 SPAB Scholar, explores a lively debate sparked by a visit to Walpole Old Chapel, Suffolk.
2022 SPAB Scholar Serena Gildea explores both successes and challenges facing historic buildings and traditional crafts across the island.
A visit to the Denge Sound Mirrors in Kent leaves 2022 Scholar Katie Hood with many questions
2022 SPAB Scholar architectural assistant Jacob Long reports on an inspiring visit to Gala Fairydean Rovers in Galashiels
2022 Scholar Sinéad Scullion explains the process of casting a simple cornice section from the workshop of master plasterer, Michael O’Reilly
Every year a group of craftspeople, architects, surveyors and engineers are selected for our prestigious training schemes.